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4) Yetis
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Kids Jumbo, an imprint of Abdo Kids
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"This title introduces the yeti by looking at its history, the culture or cultures it comes from, what it symbolized, and how it is shown today. Backmatter shows creatures like the Yeti in folklore from around the world. Complete with historical photographs and full-color images." --
Author
Publisher
Floris Books
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
"Mysterious selkies, bad-tempered giants, devious fairies, and even Loch Ness's most famous resident--these are the mythical beasts of Scottish folklore. In the ... companion volume to ... An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales, ... Breslin brings together a ... collection of tales from across Scotland"--Amazon.com.
6) Griffins
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Kids Jumbo, is an imprint of Abdo Kids
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"This title introduces the griffin by looking at its history, the culture or cultures it comes from, what it symbolized, and how it is shown today. Backmatter shows other flying creatures in mythology. Complete with historical photographs and full-color images." --
7) Unicorns
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Legends tell of creatures that look like horses but have horns and magical powers. From Greek mythology to modern fairy tales, unicorns have captured people's imaginations for millennia. Readers will enjoy learning about the histories and behaviors of these legendary creatures, along with their presence in popular culture. Vivid images and a helpful diagram illustrate the creature's anatomy. Additional features include a phonetic glossary, resources...
9) Dragons
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Legends tell of flying, fire-breathing creatures. Some legends say the creatures are kind and wise. Others say they can wreak havoc on unsuspecting villages. From ancient China to medieval Europe, dragons have captured people's imaginations for millennia. Readers will enjoy learning about the histories and behaviors of these legendary creatures, along with their presence in popular culture. Vivid images and a helpful diagram illustrate a dragon's...
10) Cryptids
Author
Publisher
Fly!, an imprint of Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
This title focuses on cryptids like Bigfoot, Yeti, and the Loch Ness Monster while giving information related to their origins, theories, and place in popular culture. It offers photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index.
11) Underwater world
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"From myths and legends, folklore and fables, to amazing discoveries, and undiscovered depths--children will love exploring the amazing world of water in this illustrated book for young readers. Dive . . . into the ocean depths to discover sunken lands. Sail in and out of legends laden with weird and wonderful monsters. Spin the globe to track migrating whales and sort the fantasy creatures from the real ones"--Provided by publisher.
12) Werewolves
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Legends from around the world tell stories of a creature whose piercing howl under the full moon strikes fear into the hearts of those who hear it. From Greek mythology to Harry Potter, werewolves have captured people's imaginations for millennia. Readers will enjoy learning about the histories and behaviors of these legendary creatures, along with their presence in popular culture. Vivid images and a helpful diagram illustrate the creature's anatomy....
Author
Publisher
Amicus
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Survey the legends and folklore about werewolf appearance, behavior, and homes in a fun question-and-answer format that reinforces inquiry-based learning for early elementary-age readers. A Stay Curious! Learn More feature models research skills and doubles as a mini media literacy lesson. Includes simple infographics, glossary, and index"--
Author
Series
Magic tree house fact trackers volume 35
Publisher
Random House
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"When Jack and Annie came back from their adventure in Magic Tree House Super Edition #2: Night of the Nine Dragons, they had lots of questions. What do tales about dragons have in common? Are mermaids real? How do unicorns use their horns? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Jack and Annie track the facts about their favorite creatures from myths and legends. And just what might some of those creature sightings really be?" -- Amazon.com....
Author
Series
Publisher
Kingfisher
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Step into Basher's world of legendary creatures and you'll find out. Wend your way through flesh-eaters, shape-shifters, and mischievous spirits and hear their stories of magic and mayhem. It's a fantastic journey that will see you soar high in thundery skies, slosh through Congolese swamps, and roost in the caves of Javan rain forests." --back cover.
Author
Publisher
Amicus
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Survey the legends and folklore about dragon habitat, appearance, and behavior in a fun question-and-answer format that reinforces inquiry-based learning for early elementary-age readers. A Stay Curious! Learn More feature models research skills and doubles as a mini media literacy lesson. Includes simple infographics, glossary, and index"--
Author
Publisher
Amicus
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Around the world, people have told stories of horned magical creatures. Some look like horses or goats with horns. Others looked like deer with fish scales! Others looked like, and probably were, rhinos. Perfect for self-selection, this question-and-answer book covers legendary unicorns' appearance, behavior, and where they live."--
Author
Publisher
45th Parallel Press (Cherry Lake Publishing)
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"What is so magical about a unicorn's horn? Why are unicorn tears so special? Books in the Magic, Myth, and Mystery Express series for young readers explore spooky creatures that go bump in the night, fill our dreams (or nightmares!), and make us afraid of the dark. Written with a high-interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity, clear visuals help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes fascinating...
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